girl name · Japanese origin
Kaede
/ kah-EH-deh /
Meaning
Kaede means Maple (Japanese).
Gender
Girl
Origin
Japanese
Pronunciation
kah-EH-deh
Popularity
#16014 · U.S. girls (2025)
Popularity of Kaede in the US, 1880–2025
Kaede first appears in US records in 1997. It peaked in 2006, when 17 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 5.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
What does Kaede mean?
Kaede is written with the kanji for the maple tree, prized for its autumn colour.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Kaede mean?
Kaede means Maple. Kaede is written with the kanji for the maple tree, prized for its autumn colour.
What is the origin of the name Kaede?
Kaede is of Japanese origin.
How do you pronounce Kaede?
Kaede is pronounced “kah-EH-deh.”
Is Kaede a boy or a girl name?
Kaede is most commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Kaede?
In 2025, Kaede ranked #16014 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Kaede most popular?
Kaede was most popular in 2006, when about 17 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.